Process Engineer Jobs in Florida
Process Engineer jobs in Florida are in steady demand, with active hiring concentrated in aerospace and defense manufacturing, food and beverage processing, pharmaceutical production, and chemical refining from entry-level process technicians through senior principal engineers. The largest hiring concentrations are in Tampa, Orlando, and Jacksonville, where established employers like Raytheon Technologies, Lockheed Martin, and Anheuser-Busch have long-standing operations and recurring process engineering needs. Continuous improvement, validation engineering, and lean manufacturing are among the most sought-after specialties in Florida's current market. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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For more than a century, Burgess & Niple has helped communities strengthen the infrastructure that supports everyday life. Our teams combine technical expertise with a commitment to improving quality of life, safety and sustainability. At B&N, that legacy shapes meaningful careers. You will collaborate on projects that make a difference, grow alongside experienced teams and contribute to work that has lasting impact.
Join our nationally recognized team of civil engineering professionals as a Senior Water/Wastewater Treatment Process Engineer and help us launch our Florida treatment practice. This is a rare chance to be the technical voice that defines how we show up in the market: you'll lead complex treatment projects that make a lasting impact on the communities we serve, spanning treatment process upgrades, facility expansions, and new treatment infrastructure. You'll serve as a trusted technical advisor to clients and agencies, set the quality bar for our deliverables, and shape the team that grows around you. With the full backing of a national firm and direct access to firm leaders, you'll contribute to business development pursuits that build our water and wastewater treatment practice from the ground floor.
What You'll Do
- Serve as the technical leader for our Florida treatment practice, guiding the planning and design of water and wastewater treatment facilities including treatment processes, mechanical systems, and associated infrastructure
- Help establish our Florida office by partnering with firm leadership on practice strategy, service offerings, staffing plans, and the team structure that will carry the practice forward
- Evaluate existing treatment systems and provide innovative solutions that meet regulatory, environmental, and budgetary requirements
- Coordinate with internal and external project teams on project delivery and permitting
- Build client relationships and establish our technical reputation in the Florida market, contributing to business development and proposal preparation
- Set quality control standards for plans, specifications, and deliverables that will define the practice
- Recruit, mentor and develop engineering staff
Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited program required
- Professional Engineer (PE) registration in the state of employment, or ability to be registered with reciprocity
- 10+ years of experience in water/wastewater treatment process design and facility engineering
- Familiarity with a variety of physical, biological, and chemical treatment processes for treating water and/or wastewater
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD; experience with Revit or hydraulic/process modeling software a plus
- Adaptable and self-motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset as well as a proactive approach to problem solving
- Servant leader committed to fostering collaboration, innovation, and excellence while developing others
Learn More
To learn more about B&N, our culture and what we offer, visit: www.burgessniple.com/careers/perks-culture
Burgess & Niple is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Click here to view our Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action Policy Statement.
Notice to Recruiting Agencies
Burgess & Niple partners with external recruiting firms on a limited, as-needed basis. These relationships are coordinated through our Human Resources (HR) team. Recruiting firms may submit candidates only through an active, approved agreement with Burgess & Niple HR. Resumes submitted without such an agreement, including those sent directly to hiring managers or employees, will be considered unsolicited and ineligible for placement fees. Click here
For more than a century, Burgess & Niple has helped communities strengthen the infrastructure that supports everyday life. Our teams combine technical expertise with a commitment to improving quality of life, safety and sustainability. At B&N, that legacy shapes meaningful careers. You will collaborate on projects that make a difference, grow alongside experienced teams and contribute to work that has lasting impact.
Join our nationally recognized team of civil engineering professionals as a Senior Water/Wastewater Treatment Process Engineer and help us launch our Florida treatment practice. This is a rare chance to be the technical voice that defines how we show up in the market: you'll lead complex treatment projects that make a lasting impact on the communities we serve, spanning treatment process upgrades, facility expansions, and new treatment infrastructure. You'll serve as a trusted technical advisor to clients and agencies, set the quality bar for our deliverables, and shape the team that grows around you. With the full backing of a national firm and direct access to firm leaders, you'll contribute to business development pursuits that build our water and wastewater treatment practice from the ground floor.
What You'll Do
- Serve as the technical leader for our Florida treatment practice, guiding the planning and design of water and wastewater treatment facilities including treatment processes, mechanical systems, and associated infrastructure
- Help establish our Florida office by partnering with firm leadership on practice strategy, service offerings, staffing plans, and the team structure that will carry the practice forward
- Evaluate existing treatment systems and provide innovative solutions that meet regulatory, environmental, and budgetary requirements
- Coordinate with internal and external project teams on project delivery and permitting
- Build client relationships and establish our technical reputation in the Florida market, contributing to business development and proposal preparation
- Set quality control standards for plans, specifications, and deliverables that will define the practice
- Recruit, mentor and develop engineering staff
Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited program required
- Professional Engineer (PE) registration in the state of employment, or ability to be registered with reciprocity
- 10+ years of experience in water/wastewater treatment process design and facility engineering
- Familiarity with a variety of physical, biological, and chemical treatment processes for treating water and/or wastewater
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD; experience with Revit or hydraulic/process modeling software a plus
- Adaptable and self-motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset as well as a proactive approach to problem solving
- Servant leader committed to fostering collaboration, innovation, and excellence while developing others
Learn More
To learn more about B&N, our culture and what we offer, visit: www.burgessniple.com/careers/perks-culture
Burgess & Niple is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Click here to view our Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action Policy Statement.
Notice to Recruiting Agencies
Burgess & Niple partners with external recruiting firms on a limited, as-needed basis. These relationships are coordinated through our Human Resources (HR) team. Recruiting firms may submit candidates only through an active, approved agreement with Burgess & Niple HR. Resumes submitted without such an agreement, including those sent directly to hiring managers or employees, will be considered unsolicited and ineligible for placement fees. Click here
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Process Engineer Job Market in Florida
A snapshot from current Florida openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Carollo Engineers12
- Blue Origin11
- SkyWater Technology Foundry6
- Arcadis3
- Lockheed Martin3
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services12
- Energy1
- Construction & Real Estate1
What Florida Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in process engineer jobs across Florida.
- Bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, or industrial engineering from an accredited program
- Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
- Proficiency with process simulation software and statistical process control tools
- Familiarity with FDA validation requirements for pharmaceutical or food manufacturing environments
- Ability to read and create process flow diagrams, P&IDs, and engineering specifications
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional team collaboration
Process Engineer Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a process engineer in Florida?
Most process engineer roles in Florida require a bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, or industrial engineering from an ABET-accredited program. Florida does not require a state license to work as a process engineer in most private-sector roles, but earning a Professional Engineer license through the Florida Board of Professional Engineers strengthens your candidacy for senior positions and government contracts. Many Florida employers also expect Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification for roles in manufacturing and continuous improvement.
Which companies hire process engineers in Florida?
Employers hiring process engineers in Florida right now include Carollo Engineers, Blue Origin, and SkyWater Technology Foundry, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Florida's aerospace, pharmaceutical, and food and beverage manufacturing sectors generate the most consistent volume of process engineering openings across the state.
Which Florida cities have the most process engineer jobs?
Florida, Jacksonville, and Tampa have the most process engineer openings in Florida. Tampa and Orlando lead because of their dense concentrations of aerospace defense contractors, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and food processing plants, while Jacksonville's growing industrial and logistics base supports steady demand from chemical and consumer goods manufacturers anchored in the region.
Are there remote process engineer jobs in Florida?
Yes, but they're rare. Process engineering work is largely hands-on and tied to physical production environments, so most roles require on-site presence. About 27% of process engineer openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to focus on documentation, process modeling, or continuous improvement analysis that can be performed off the plant floor.
How can I get hired as a process engineer in Florida with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for process technician or manufacturing engineer associate roles, which large Florida employers like Lockheed Martin, Raytheon Technologies, and Anheuser-Busch post specifically for new graduates. Pursuing a Six Sigma Green Belt certification or completing a co-op through a Florida engineering program at the University of Florida or Florida Institute of Technology gives candidates a measurable edge. Lateral entry from quality assurance, production supervision, or maintenance engineering roles is also a well-traveled path at Florida's pharmaceutical and food processing facilities.
Where can I find and apply to process engineer jobs in Florida?
You can find and apply to process engineer jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings across industries including aerospace, pharmaceutical, food processing, and chemical manufacturing. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to each one.
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